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THOMAS E KING III MD
NPI 1043324809
Internal Medicine in Hattiesburg, MS

Active since August 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6414 U S HIGHWAY 98 STE 120, HATTIESBURG, MS 39402(601) 296-2833(601) 261-5175 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 24, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 24, 2026, Aug 23, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Thomas E King Iii Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

THOMAS E KING III MD (NPI 1043324809) is an individual internal medicine provider in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (17763) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Forrest General Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Hattiesburg.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043324809
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS E KING IIICredential: MD
Location Address6414 U S HIGHWAY 98 STE 120Hattiesburg, MS 39402-7838
Mailing Address415 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39401-7246 · (601) 296-2833 · Fax (601) 579-5240
Phone(601) 296-2833
Fax(601) 261-5175
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateAugust 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 24, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 24, 2026
✔ NPI 1043324809 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MS · 17763
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 17763 (MS)
6414 U S HIGHWAY 98 STE 120, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1415 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39401-7246 · Phone (601) 288-4329 · Fax (601) 288-3191

Other Identifiers 5

Medicaid009937023AL
Medicaid02581770MS
Medicaid1419893LA
Other640507572XZMS · American Admin Group
OtherP00184285MS · Railroad Medicare

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Thomas E King Iii Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3779548771
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041201000157
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
431 services308 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
77 services77 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
41 services40 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
26 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Forrest General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hattiesburg, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250078
Location6051 Us Highway 49 SouthHattiesburg, MS 39404 · Forrest County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39402 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$120.41 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$92.20 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LORI H. BARTRAN FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6414 U S HIGHWAY 98 STE 120
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Lamar County (601) 296-2833
HATTIESBURG CLINIC, PA
Preventive Medicine (Obesity Medicine)
6414 U S HIGHWAY 98 STE 120
HATTIESBURG, MS 39402
Lamar County (601) 296-2833

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Thomas King's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas King is 1043324809. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 18, 2006.

Where is Thomas King located?

Thomas King practices at 6414 U S Highway 98 Ste 120, Hattiesburg, MS 39402. The listed phone number is (601) 296-2833.

What is Thomas King's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Thomas King enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas King is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Thomas King affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas King is affiliated with Forrest General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas King was last updated on August 24, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 25 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.